saint valentine's

[fixtures]

Username/Display Name: un: headmaid, dn: Giselle
Server Channel: #general
Time: Early evening

Dear fellow guests,

Have you heard of the holiday "Saint Valentine's Day?"

With the turn of the month, the upcoming date is on my mind. Preparations for any formal celebrations of the holiday at the mansion typically begin around this time.

In any case, for those who are unaware, allow me to share the tradition with you: Saint Valentine's Day is a celebrated time of romance, taking place on the 14th day of February — a tradition which dates back many centuries.

Some say the date marks the beginning of birds' mating season, explaining its romantic association, while others connect the day with the assumed date of the execution of Saint Valentine, who, in legend, married young lovers in secret, despite the church's outlawing of the practice. Quite the tragedy...

On this day, it is common for lovers and friends alike to exchange written cards, poems, flowers and sweets as tokens of their affection.

I suppose I am curious which of these gifts you would most prefer to receive. A card filled with heartwarming feelings? The soothing aroma of a bouquet? A satisfying treat?

Or, perhaps, there is something different altogether which would lighten your spirit on Saint Valentine's. Hehe... would you enlighten me?

Best regards,
Giselle

Comments

[fixtures]

You "never had a reason?"
Might I ask why?

[curvaceous]

never had a valentine. not in the romantic sense

friends gave me chocolate though so maybe that counts for something?

what do you think?

[fixtures]

Receiving a valentine from a friend is common, in my time.

[ it definitely counts for something!! ]

Do you feel regret, having not had a romantic valentine?
I have not, either.

[curvaceous]

no...i don't think so.
well
okay so
i won't lie, it feels almost like you're missing out on something sometimes when this holiday rolls around
but i think things are just better off that way. for me, i mean.

why don't you regret it?

[fixtures]

It may not be the same as sharing the holiday with your beloved, but the day celebrates affections of all kinds.
Perhaps you may try exchanging gifts with a guest you have become fond of in your time here, to start.

As for my regrets...
I have been waiting for a long time for my beloved to return from somewhere far away.
Though a letter from me cannot reach them, though we cannot exchange gifts this way...
I still love them.
I do not regret that.

[curvaceous]

wow. that sounds like something right out of a novel
it's nice that you've got someone special like that though
not everyone would have the strength to be that devoted

also that's a nice sentiment but idk who i'm fond of right now. i just got here not too long ago :p

[fixtures]

[ She debates on acknowledging that not everyone would have the strength to be that devoted, but ultimately decides against it, preferring to keep that phrase as a secret boost of encouragement just for herself. Unbeknownst to her, that phrase lifted Giselle's spirits considerably. ]

Then, perhaps you may prepare offerings in order to meet new people and forge new relationships.
Several guests seem to be quite fond of chocolate.

But, that is, of course, only a suggestion.
I encourage you to do that which makes you most comfortable.
It is important not to force such things.

[curvaceous]

...
i will think about it.
but do you think getting chocolate from a random person is weird?
i get the impression that you personally wouldn't mind but i don't wanna jump to conclusions

[fixtures]

It is not so outlandish. Churches, soup kitchens, even charitable nobles do the same with other means.
Months ago, I also learned of a holiday called "Halloween," its main tradition being chocolate and candies being gifted to others, often by strangers.

[ She's getting the sense most people are pretty happy to receive free things in this day and age, but also, what does she know. Helpfully: ]

If you are still uncertain, might I make a suggestion?
One of your fellow guests, Sumina Heartleaf, is planning to prepare gifts for guests to take as they will. You might employ the same method, or ask her if she would accept assistance. In that case, only those who truly desire a treat will take one.

[curvaceous]

[ She seriously contemplates this, actually. It has been a little lonely in this hotel, after all. ]

...okay fine
you make a compelling argument.

i'll consider it, maybe. i'll keep her in mind.

thanks for your time, giselle.

[fixtures]

You are welcome, my dear.

Should you require any further assistance, please call upon me.